Launch Your Cyprus
Holding Company
An EU holdco at a lean running cost - done by the book.
Cyprus offers much of what the Netherlands and Ireland do - EU access, a dividend exemption, a wide treaty network - at a noticeably lower running cost. Orbit incorporates it, runs the books to EU substance standards, and handles your Canadian T1134 and exempt-surplus tracking.
(was 12.5%)
(blacklist exceptions apply)
Key Jurisdiction
Considerations
Setting up a corporate entity in Singapore comes with standard regulatory compliance items. Orbit ensures complete legal alignment with ACRA guidelines from day one.
100% Fully Managed Support
From resident nominee directors to local corporate secretary requirements, we cover every compliance checkpoint seamlessly.
Corporate tax from 2026
The rate rose from 12.5% to 15% on 1 January 2026 to align with the OECD global minimum. A pure holding company often pays little of it, given the dividend and participation exemption.
DTAAs, incl. Canada
A full EU member with access to the EU directives and a wide treaty network, reducing withholding on European flows, typically at a lower running cost than the Netherlands or Ireland.
WHT on outbound dividends
No withholding on dividends to non-residents, dividend income broadly exempt, and gains on share disposals generally untaxed, with a carve-out for Cyprus real estate.
IP Box effective rate
Qualifying intellectual-property income is effectively taxed at about 2.5% under the Cyprus IP Box (an 80% deduction on qualifying profit). It is OECD-compliant and unaffected by the 2026 reform.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Value | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | EU holding company, SME and mid-sized groups, family offices | EU status + low cost |
| Setup speed | ~5–10 business days | Fast and predictable |
| Minimum share capital | None (common: EUR 1) | Very low entry barrier |
| Local director needed | Not legally required ( recommended for treaty access) | Substance strengthens tax benefits |
| Company secretary | Yes | Statutory obligation |
EU holding company, SME and mid-sized groups, family offices
EU status + low cost
~5–10 business days
Fast and predictable
None (common: EUR 1)
Very low entry barrier
Not legally required ( recommended for treaty access)
Substance strengthens tax benefits
Yes
Statutory obligation
What’s Included & Pricing
Complete transparency. Review what is covered under our standard package and how our tailored corporate pricing is structured.
Standard Package Inclusions
- Incorporation
- Registered Office
- Annual Compliance
- Accounting & Recordkeeping
- Economic Substance & Annual Return Filing
Tailored Transparent Pricing
We tailor pricing based on your business profile, structure, and scope of services. Costs are discussed and confirmed after a quick review of your requirements - ensuring you only pay for what you actually need.
Why Cyprus Works for Holding Companies
Low EU Tax
12.5% corporate tax - among the lowest in the EU.
No Dividend WHT
No withholding tax on outbound dividends (subject to conditions).
No Share-Gains Tax
No capital gains tax on the sale of shares (except for Cyprus-situated real estate).
Participation Exemption
Participation exemption for qualifying dividends and capital gains.
Treaty & EU Access
Access to 65+ double tax treaties and EU directives.
Credible & Compliant
A credible, audited, and fully EU-compliant jurisdiction.
Tax Regime For Holding Companies
Corporate income tax
12.5% flat rate.
Participation exemption
Dividends and gains from qualifying subsidiaries are exempt if the subsidiary earns less than 50% passive income and is subject to at least 6.25% tax abroad.
Capital gains tax
None on foreign shares; applies only to Cyprus real estate or companies holding such property.
Withholding tax
None on dividends, interest, or most royalties paid to nonresidents (subject to blacklist exceptions).
Tax treaties
~65 DTAs reducing foreign withholding on inbound payments.
EU directives
Eligible for Parent Subsidiary and Interest & Royalties Directives.
Corporate Tax Calculator
Estimate corporate income tax at Cyprus's 12.5% flat rate.
Qualifying dividends and gains are exempt under the participation exemption; the 12.5% headline rate applies to taxable profits.
What You Get With Orbit
A fully managed, end-to-end statutory solution for international corporate holdings.
Pre-incorporation planning
Jurisdiction choice, structure design, treaty and dividend mapping.
Company setup
Incorporation, company secretary, registered office, and statutory filings.
Residency & treaty relief
Support obtaining tax residency certificates (TRCs) for foreign tax relief.
Substance & Governance
Resident directors, local board meetings, and minutes to support tax residency.
Tax compliance
Corporate income tax and VAT registration, provisional tax, and filings.
Accounting & audit
Management accounts, financial statements, coordination with licensed auditors.
How The ProcessWorks
A highly structured compliance timeline tracking setup steps from day zero kickoff to annual filings.
Kickoff & KYC (Day 0)
Collect shareholder/director IDs and confirm structure.
Incorporation (Typically ~5–10 days)
File with the Registrar; appoint the company secretary and registered office.
Banking & tax registration
Open local account, register for corporate tax and VAT (if needed).
Go‑live
Activate governance and reporting calendar.
Annual maintenance
Manage accounts, audit, tax filings, and renewals.
What we need from you
KYC documents for shareholders/directors.
Ownership chart and source of funds.
Intended activities and income flow.
Preferred substance level (light or fullresident).
Who this is ideal for
Midsized groups seeking EU substance at low cost.
Who this is ideal for
EU holding company
SME and mid-sized groups
Family offices
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Global Entity Management Pricing
One accountable provider for incorporation, substance, bookkeeping, tax, and annual filings, across nine core jurisdictions. Select a jurisdiction to see what is involved.
Affordable EU Holding
Cyprus Holding Company
Global Entity Management Service
Pricing
Custom Pricing
Setup fee plus annual management fee per entity. Multi-entity discounts available.
A low-cost, fully EU-compliant holding jurisdiction with treaty benefits and no withholding tax on most outbound dividends.
Jurisdiction Quick Facts
Why Cyprus Works
- 12.5% corporate tax, among the lowest in the EU
- No withholding tax on outbound dividends (conditions apply)
- No capital gains tax on the sale of foreign shares
- Participation exemption plus access to EU directives
Standard Package Inclusions
- Incorporation via licensed registered agent
- Registered agent and registered office
- Annual government compliance
- Economic substance and annual return filing
- Accounting and recordkeeping